Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) has proposed eliminating the midday trading break, a structural shift designed to extend market hours and better align the city's bourse with international competitors.
The proposal marks a significant step in Hong Kong's effort to reinforce its status as a premier global financial hub by offering investors more continuous access to liquidity.
The move comes as major global exchanges increasingly experiment with extended or continuous trading sessions.
Nasdaq is set to implement a 23-hour trading day starting in December, while the London Stock Exchange is planning to launch a round-the-clock trading venue in 2027.
These developments reflect a broader industry trend toward maximizing market accessibility and reducing the friction of time-zone gaps for global investors.
Singapore Exchange (SGX) offers a relevant precedent for such structural changes.